Toulouse, in southwestern France, features a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and sunny, while winters are mild but damp. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, and the city enjoys abundant sunshine, especially in summer. Spring and autumn bring pleasant temperatures and vibrant city life, making Toulouse an inviting destination year-round.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Toulouse’s climate is shaped by both Atlantic and Mediterranean influences, resulting in generally mild weather and distinct seasonal changes. Summers (June–August) are warm and sunny, with average highs of 27–29°C and lows around 15–17°C. July and August are the hottest months, occasionally experiencing heatwaves above 32°C, but sea breezes and low humidity offer relief. Rainfall is moderate in summer, with July and August being the driest months, and thunderstorms can occur. Sunshine is abundant, with up to 9 hours per day and daylight lasting over 15 hours at the solstice.
Winters (December–February) are mild for the region, with average highs of 9–11°C and lows of 2–5°C. Snow is rare but possible, with only a few snowy days each winter. Rain is more frequent, especially from October to March, but prolonged cold spells are uncommon. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are transitional, with mild to warm temperatures (15–25°C), blooming gardens in spring, and colourful foliage in autumn. Rainfall is slightly higher in May and October, but these seasons are ideal for outdoor activities and festivals. Toulouse receives about 650–870 mm of precipitation annually and enjoys 2,000–2,100 hours of sunshine per year. Winds are generally light to moderate, with occasional brisk days, especially in spring and autumn.
| Average climate data for Toulouse, France | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 9 | 10 | 14 | 17 | 20 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 13 | 10 | 28 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | 3 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 46 | 39 | 40 | 56 | 62 | 50 | 39 | 30 | 26 | 44 | 54 | 38 | 524 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 14 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 165 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 12 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 53 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 84 | 81 | 77 | 75 | 76 | 74 | 68 | 65 | 67 | 74 | 81 | 84 | 75 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 53 | 46 | 46 | 44 | 43 | 37 | 32 | 29 | 30 | 33 | 48 | 45 | 40 |
| Average UV index | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
The best time to visit Toulouse is from April to June and September to October, when temperatures are mild (17–25°C), rainfall is moderate, and the city is lively with festivals and outdoor events. These months offer comfortable weather for sightseeing, lower hotel prices, and fewer crowds than in peak summer.
The least favourable time is from December to February, when Toulouse is at its coolest and wettest. Rain and occasional frost are more common, and daylight is shorter, though the city’s mild climate and festive atmosphere still appeal to off-season travellers.
Toulouse has a humid subtropical climate with warm, sunny summers (27–29°C), mild, damp winters (9–11°C), and rainfall spread evenly throughout the year. Snow is rare, and the city enjoys abundant sunshine, especially in summer.
The best time to visit is from April to June and September to October, when the weather is mild, rainfall is moderate, and the city is lively with festivals and outdoor activities.
Snow is rare in Toulouse, but a few snowy days can occur each winter, mainly from December to March. Most winter precipitation falls as rain, and frost is occasional.
Toulouse receives about 650–870 mm of precipitation annually, with the wettest months being May and October. Rain falls year-round, but summer is generally drier.
Toulouse enjoys 2,000–2,100 hours of sunshine per year. July and August are the sunniest months, with up to 9 hours of sunshine daily, while December is the least sunny.
Humidity in Toulouse is moderate, averaging 60–80% throughout the year. Summers are less humid, while winter and spring see higher humidity, especially during rainy periods.
Pack layers and a rain jacket for spring and autumn, sun protection for summer, and warm, waterproof clothing for winter. An umbrella is useful year-round due to frequent showers.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is August (28.3 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (8.7 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 18.4 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is August (16.4 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is February (2.6 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 9.2 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is May (61.8 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is September (25.8 mm). Over the whole year there are 523.9 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is April (16.8 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is September (10.8 days). Over the whole year there are 164.6 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is February (22 mm). The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 52.7 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is February (2.7 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0 days). Over the whole year there are 6.6 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is December (83.6 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is August (64.8 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 75.4 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is March (13.6 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is August (9.6 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 11.6 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is January (52.9 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is August (28.6 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 40.4 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 15 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 9 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is July (Average sunshine: 10 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is January (Average sunshine: 4 h). Over the whole year there are 7.1 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June, July and August (UV index: 6). The months with the lowest average UV index are January, February and November (UV index: 2). Over the whole year the average UV index is 4.
